Middle School Central vs Middle School South
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Michigan, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middle School Central
Harrison Township · Public middle · Grades 6–8
601 students
Middle School South
Harrison Township · Public middle · Grades 6–8
383 students
| Measure | Middle School Central Harrison Township, Michigan | Middle School South Harrison Township, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #213 of 485 | #317 of 485 |
| National rank | #7261 of 15,369 | #10091 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 601 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.8% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 27% |
| city | Harrison Township | Harrison Township |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School Central scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.7 vs 38.8).
- •Middle School Central does better on math proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Middle School Central does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Middle School Central does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.8% vs 56.1%).
- •Middle School South does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.8).
- •Middle School Central is the larger school with 601 students compared with 383.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Middle School Central better than Middle School South?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School Central ranks higher (51.7 vs 38.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Middle School Central and Middle School South?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Harrison Township and Harrison Township in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middle School Central: 601. Middle School South: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middle School Central and Middle School South rank in Michigan?
Middle School Central is 213th of 485 and Middle School South is 317th of 485 among middle schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).